Government, private sector both have needs for trained cybersecurity professionals. Cybersecurity expert: “Education is National Security” Cybersecurity experts suggest taking up the CISSP certification, which lays a good foundation for a good experience. Must-have skill set includes: cybersecurity analyst, research scientist, engineer, senior information security specialist. Must also have a strong background in network and system administration. Must be able to connect the technology with the business, ensuring cybersecurity as an enabler of business. Need to understand what are the threats, controls to existing systems, networks.”]
Source: https://www.govinfosecurity.com/cybersecurity-what-takes-to-make-career-a-1289